Adding curtains to the windows in your
home can add a lot of character and not just to the window, but the entire
room. Simply by changing the curtains and the way they are styled you can
completely change the look of a room. It is also a lot cheaper to change the
curtains then to re-decorate a whole room!
Nowadays modern design uses a lot of
neutral whites, beiges and greys and these colours also make great
curtains. Cotton curtains are a classic
style and you can maximise their effect by draping the fabric. Choose curtains that make use of interesting
textures and don’t create a stark look.
Fabrics like silk are timeless and provide sheen and luxury to your
existing decor. For the ultimate
textured modern curtains use natural materials such as grass cloth or bamboo.
There are a few things you should keep
in mind when shopping for modern curtains.
Firstly make sure you measure your
window with measuring tape. You will
also need to decide whether you want your curtains to fall to the window sill
or all the way to the floor. Make a note
of the measurements you have taken and remember to allow for extra length for
tabs and pleats and also allow room for shrinkage. For narrower windows you could go for a
single, wide curtain instead of making the window feel cluttered with two
curtains.
The style of modern curtain you choose
should be a reflection of your current decor.
There is a wide variety to choose from and you can choose casual,
semi-formal or formal modern curtains.
The variations within each of these styles are many. If you are looking for curtains that are easy
to install then I would suggest tab tops or eyelet curtains, these also look
great in a kitchen. For a more formal
room like a living room or dining room then ideally you need to choose a
semi-formal or formal style of curtain.
A pleated curtain would be perfect for this type of room.
Modern curtains come in a variety of fabrics including both natural and man-made. There is such a wide array and you can choose
from organza, silk, cotton, taffeta and voile curtains. The best idea is to take samples of the
different fabrics and check them against the furnishings you already have to
make sure they match. Curtains are
multi-functional and as well as bringing style and elegance to room they also
give you privacy. With such a wide
variety of fabrics and styles available it is a good idea to explore all your
options before you decide to buy a pair of modern curtains.
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